Hyundai Veloster reliability and problems by year
Owners have filed 1,293 complaints about the Hyundai Veloster with NHTSA since 2012, most often about engine and electrical system. Hyundai has filed 4 warranty extensions and 28 service campaigns for it, and there are 10 safety recalls on file.
From NHTSA's public data files, downloaded 2026-10-10.
How reliable is the Hyundai Veloster? What NHTSA's records show
We don't give the Veloster a reliability score. NHTSA publishes complaint counts but no sales figures, so complaints can't be turned into a rate or compared between models. Here is what's on file for model years 2012 on.
- Owner complaints
- 1,293
- Filed with NHTSA, all model years
- Warranty extensions
- 4
- Filed by Hyundai
- Service campaigns
- 28
- Filed by Hyundai
- Safety recalls
- 10
- Each covers part of the model
Every model year compared
Complaints rise with how many were sold and how long they've been on the road, so a newer or rarer year will show fewer. Compare years of the Veloster with each other.
| Year | Complaints | Most named | Recalls | Warranty / campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 11 | Lane keeping (64%) | 1 | 6 |
| 2020 | 24 | Engine (38%) | 1 | 7 |
| 2019 | 42 | Engine (43%) | 2 | 16 |
| 2017 | 50 | Engine (52%) | 0 | 14 |
| 2016 | 223 | Engine (60%) | 1 | 17 |
| 2015 | 137 | Engine (55%) | 2 | 17 |
| 2014 | 85 | Engine (39%) | 2 | 13 |
| 2013 | 425 | Engine (40%) | 3 | 12 |
| 2012 | 296 | Engine (21%) | 6 | 12 |
| 2011 | 0 | — | 0 | 1 |
Look up one model year, or a VIN
See the complaints, recalls and warranty extensions for a single Veloster model year, with the typical mileage when owners reported each problem.
Acknowledged by Hyundai
Warranty extensions and service campaigns Hyundai filed with NHTSA for the Veloster, in its own words. A warranty extension means Hyundai pays for the repair beyond the normal warranty.
- Warranty extensionMay 2026· Airbags· model years 2012–2017
Certain 2012 – 2017 model year Accent, 2012 – 2017 model year Azera, 2013 – 2018 model year Santa Fe Sport, 2013 – 2019 model year Santa Fe, and 2012 – 2017 model year Veloster vehicles may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) may be…
- Warranty extensionMar 2026· Engine· model years 2012–2017
This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing Inspection/Engine Replacement) or the latest version.
- Warranty extensionNov 2022· Equipment and accessories· model years 2012–2017
The warranty coverage for engine repair or replacement regarding engine damage or malfunction from connecting rod bearing wear has been extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for…
- Warranty extensionAug 2020· Electrical system· model years 2015–2017, 2019–2020
Certain 2019 - 2020 MY NEXO (FE) vehicles may experience a condition in which the radio presets may reset during AVN start up. This service campaign provides the procedure to install an Audio Video Navigation (AVN) software update, which corrects this condition.
- Service campaignDec 2025· Electrical system· model years 2012–2017, 2019–2021
Upon customer's request ONLY, the Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 25-01-089H provides the service procedure for installation of a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and two anti-theft decals on the front windows.
- Service campaignMar 2025· Electrical system· model years 2019–2021
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions.
- Service campaignAug 2024· Engine· model years 2012–2017
Hyundai is conducting a campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs.
- Service campaignMay 2024· Electrical system· model years 2012–2017, 2019–2021
A class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (“HMA”) that had alleged that certain 2011 – 2022 model year Hyundai vehicles that were not equipped with an engine immobilizer (called the “Class Vehicles”) contain design flaws, including the failure to manufacture the Class…
- Service campaignAug 2023· Electrical system· model years 2012–2017, 2019–2021
Some models from service campaign 993 (IBU/BCM Software Update and Decals Application) equipped with the Hyundai OEM remote start system may exhibit the horn honking when remote starting the vehicle after receiving the software update.
- Service campaignNov 2022· Engine and cooling· model years 2012–2017
Op code/part number (reference guide for service campaign T6G)
- Service campaignMay 2022· Electrical system· model years 2019–2021
Hyundai is conducting a service campaign to enhance the knock sensor logic with the Cylinder Noise Diagnostic System (CNDS) software update.
- Service campaignMay 2022· Engine and cooling· model years 2019–2021
Hyundai is conducting a service campaign 974 to enhance the knock sensor logic with the Cylinder Noise Diagnostic System (CNDS) software update.
- Service campaignApr 2022· Engine and cooling· model years 2012–2017
Certain vehicles that have completed Service Campaign 966 may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P1326 and/or an engine concern/noise related to connecting rod bearing wear or damage.
- Service campaignNov 2021· Engine and cooling· model years 2019
Hyundai has launched a Service Campaign for applicable vehicles with 2.0L Turbo and 2.4L GDI engines that may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P1326.
- Service campaignOct 2021· Engine and cooling· model years 2012–2017
Hyundai is conducting a service campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs.
- Service campaignSep 2021· Engine and cooling· model years 2012–2017
Hyundai is conducting a product improvement campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs.
- Service campaignFeb 2020· Equipment and accessories· model years 2019
Hyundai is conducting a product improvement campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs.
- Service campaignOct 2019· Engine and cooling· model years 2019
Hyundai is conducting a product improvement campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs.
- Service campaignApr 2019· Electrical system· model years 2019
Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to update the ECM software on certain 2018 Model Year Elantra GT and 2019 Veloster vehicles equipped with 1.6L turbo engines. Service Campaign T3T provides a procedure to update the ECM software.
- Service campaignApr 2019· Engine and cooling· model years 2019
Hyundai has launched a Service Campaign to update the ECM (Engine Control Module) software for DTC P0128: Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temp below Thermostat Regulating Temperature) logic improvement.
- Service campaignFeb 2019· Equipment and accessories· model years 2019
Hyundai has launched a Service Campaign to update the Display Audio (D-Audio) System software on certain 2019 Model Year Veloster (JS). This software update corrects a condition where Blue Link remote services do not process.
- Service campaignDec 2018· Electrical system· model years 2019
Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to variant code the front view camera to turn on the high beam assist feature on certain 2019 Model Year Veloster vehicles. Service Campaign T3L provides a procedure to activate the high beam assist feature.
- Service campaignNov 2018· Equipment and accessories· model years 2019
Hyundai Motor America is conducting Service Campaign toto repair the noise from the headlining assist handle on certain 2019 Veloster vehicles. Service Campaign T3I provides a service procedure to repair the noise from the assist handle area.
- Service campaignOct 2018· Fuel system· model years 2015–2017
Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to inspect and (if necessary) replace the vacuum pump cap on certain 2015-17 Veloster vehicles. Service Campaign T3F provides a service procedure to inspect and apply sealant or replace the vacuum pump cap.
- Service campaignSep 2018· Equipment and accessories· model years 2019
Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to replace the luggage covering shelf dampers on certain 2019 Veloster vehicles. Service Campaign T3E provides a service procedure to replace the luggage covering shelf dampers.
- Service campaignJan 2017· Engine· model years 2011–2016
Hyundai has launched a service campaign to inspect and if needed, repair the evaporative emissions canister and bracket on certain model year 2011?
- Service campaignDec 2016· Body and structure· model years 2015–2016
Hyundai motor america is conducting a service campaign to replace the tailgate switch on certain 2015-16 Model year veloster vehicles. Service campaign T1O provides a procedure to replace the tailgate switch.
- Service campaignDec 2016· Equipment and accessories· model years 2014–2015
Hyundai motor america has added 2015MY Veloster vehicles to service campaign TY6. Service campaign TY6 provides a service procedure to replace the manual heater control unit on certain 2014-15 Model year veloster vehicles.
- Service campaignNov 2016· Electrical system· model years 2016
Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to update both the ECM (Engine Control Module) and the TCM (Transmission Control Module) on certain 2016MY Model Year Veloster equipped with 7 speed DCT. Service Campaign TZZ provides a procedure to update the ECM and TCM.
- Service campaignNov 2016· Electrical system· model years 2017
Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to update the TCM (Transmission Control Module) on certain 2017 Model Year Veloster equipped with 7 speed DCT. Service Campaign T1A provides a procedure to update the TCM.
What owners report most
The parts of the car owners named in their complaints, across every Veloster model year. Unverified, and not a failure rate.
- Engine531 (41%)
- Electrical system209 (16%)
- Other or unspecified179 (14%)
- Transmission and drivetrain140 (11%)
- Steering123 (10%)
- Visibility84 (6%)
- Body and structure66 (5%)
- Fuel and propulsion53 (4%)
Safety recalls
10 recalls cover at least one Veloster model year. Each covers a range of VINs, not every car. Check one car at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
High conductive liquid may leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor (RPAS), which can result in an electrical short circuit.
The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.
The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air…
In certain side impact crashes, the driver's door latch housing and locking cable can become damaged, allowing the driver's side door to open.
The engine management software may cause premature ignition (pre-ignition) of the air/fuel mixture in the engine. The resulting excessive cylinder pressure may damage the engine.
The panoramic sunroof assembly may have been weakened during installation at the factory.
The panoramic sunroof assembly may been weakened during installation at the factory.
Moisture and road grime may cause the parking brake components to bind.
NHTSA investigations
Defect investigations NHTSA opened. Many close without a recall.
- AQ23002Audit query· opened Nov 2023, still open· Brakes· model years 2012–2015
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
- EA21003Engineering analysis· opened Dec 2021, closed Feb 2024· Engine· model years 2015–2016
Engine Fires
Led to recall 23V877.
- PE12027Preliminary evaluation· opened Oct 2012, closed Feb 2013· Visibility· model years 2012
Panoramic Sunroof Breakage
Led to recall 12V568000.
NHTSA's own page for the 2022 Hyundai Veloster has the complaint text and every document.
Common questions
Is the Hyundai Veloster reliable?
We don't score reliability: NHTSA publishes complaint counts but no sales figures, so complaints can't be turned into a rate or compared between models. What's on file for model years 2012 on: 1,293 owner complaints, 4 warranty extensions and 28 service campaigns Hyundai filed, and 10 safety recalls. The model years with the most complaints are 2013 (425), 2012 (296), 2016 (223). Whether a known problem was fixed on one car is what its service records show.
What are the most common problems with the Hyundai Veloster?
Across every model year since 2012, owners' complaints to NHTSA most often name engine (41%), electrical system (16%), other or unspecified (14%). Hyundai has filed 4 warranty extensions covering the Veloster, listed on this page.
Which Veloster model years have the most complaints?
2013 (425), 2012 (296), 2016 (223). Complaint counts rise with how many were sold and how long they've been on the road, so compare years of the Veloster with each other rather than with other models.
Has Hyundai extended the warranty on the Veloster?
Yes: airbags (model years 2012–2017); engine (model years 2012–2017); equipment and accessories (model years 2012–2017), and 1 more. A dealer does a covered repair for free within the extended time or mileage.
How do I check recalls on a Veloster?
Enter the car's 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That answers for one vehicle; the 10 recalls listed here are for the model, and each covers only part of it.